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Wayne Rooney says he is delighted with the appointment of Jose Mourinho as the new Manchester United manager and believes he is one of the very best coaches working today.

The former Chelsea boss was confirmed as the club’s new manager at the end of May, replacing Louis van Gaal on a three-year deal, and has been tasked with transforming the Red Devils into title challengers once more.

And Rooney, who skippers both United and England, is looking forward to working with a manager who remains one of the most successful in the modern game.

‘He’s one of the best managers in the world,’ said Rooney at England’s pre-match press conference ahead of Thursday’s friendly against Portugal.

‘He knows the Premier League. It’s exciting times!’

Jose Mourinho has promised to change his ways after becoming Manchester United manager (Picture: Getty Images)

Rooney is the most experienced player in the England squad by some distance, but says he is enjoying being a senior figure in such a young and exiting Three Lions team.

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‘It’s a proud moment for myself to captain the team at a tournament. It’s a young squad but it’s got a lot of quality,’ he continued.

‘I’ve said through the last two years that I’m really excited to play in this team, and nothing’s changed.

‘I’m happy with my fitness, happy with form and I’m looking forward to the tournament.’